Posters for Activism in Multiple Skin Tones

by Linda aka tortagialla | Jun 16, 2020 | DIY printables

Check out these posters for activism in multiple skin tones. You can download these free PDF posters featuring a heart in a fist hand.

Previously, I posted free printable black lives matter and antiracist protest signs for download and after receiving some feedback, I thought it would be nice to create a set of posters with the same fist and heart motif, but in multiple skin tones.

In these variations I don’t have any specific slogan or phrase, because I’m thinking you can write your own message when creating a protest sign. Also, my thought is that the symbol itself is about activism from the heart for the good of everyone. Are you an activist?

It’s really symbolic in terms of pledging to yourself that you will pay attention and do what you can. You can decorate your house, your planner, your refrigerator, etc as a reminder to keep yourself accountable. Keep reading, learning, listening and doing what you can to help make this world a better place.

For those who are crafters like me, we also love to have imagery for memory keeping, papercrafting, writing letters, etc – so these printables can be used in a variety of ways for your paper projects as well.

Of course, the skin tones I have included are by no means a perfect representation of all skin tones possible. I wanted to include a variety, but obviously when it comes to printing on paper, subtle differences in color and even certain colors in general might not print as you see them on the computer screen. So ultimately, it’s just an indication, an idea, a representation to show diversity amongst activists.

I love the idea that creativity and illustration can help one to express their feelings. I hope that by sharing this heart in fist hand motif… I can start a wave that ripples out into the world.

Download Posters for Activism in Multiple Skin Tones

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Download Activism Heart in Fist Hand Printables PDF

I have to admit that the more I learn, the more I am angry, frustrated and saddened… there’s so much going on and there are so many emotions… It’s just not easy to come to terms with the injustice and the worst thing is feeling helpless and unable to enact change.

Although the protests started in the United States, the effects have been global and protests have been seen across the globe. Ultimately, racism is a problem everywhere – no one is untouched – whether overtly or unconsciously. I believe that we have to actively work on making this world better for everyone and every little action ripples out into the world.

When I channel my energy to design, to help provide resources and to focus also on the good and positivity that is possible… that is at least a little something that I can do from where I stand. I know that it can feel overwhelming at times – I feel it too – but positive energy can make a difference – we can make a change – we just have to keep on moving forward.

I hope these printables will provide you with a starting point or as a helpful resource and tool for expressing your feelings and ultimately as a catalyst for making change in this world. Sending you love where ever you are!

BTW, you can find me on Instagram as @tortagialla  and my Facebook art page here  and I’m also on Twitter here. Thank you in advance for stopping by my blog.

Want more FREE printable designs?

You can find my original post with Black Lives Matter and Antiracist posters here >>

My name is Linda and I’m a graphic designer, born and raised in Los Angeles and currently living in Italy. I regularly share free printable designs on this blog for free download, so check out all the freebies and don’t miss out on new posts by signing-up for my email newsletter >>

Thank you for your support! Keep spreading the word and share this post with anyone who could use these designs.

Printable Black Lives Matter + Antiracist Signs and Posters

by Linda aka tortagialla | Jun 1, 2020 | DIY printables

Looking for printable black lives matter protest signs and posters? Download these FREE poster designs for your personal use and keep spreading the word!

My beloved country of America is currently in much turmoil over the injustice and racism that runs rampant no only in the criminal justice system – but throughout all aspects of living in a society that was designed for the privilege of white men.

I too am angry. I too am sad. I too am frustrated.

If you want to learn more and take action, I recommend checking out the Obama website here for more details. 

Also, I wanted to share some designs that I have created, if you are going out to protest and want to make a sign with them. I also think it’s helpful and important to openly display your support for BIPOC and declare your anti-racism in general. You can put these up in your house, in your office, on your doors and neighborhood spaces. I think it’s important to declare it!

Download Printable Black Lives Matter + Antiracist Signs and Posters

The PDF file includes 6 pages of printables, so you can choose what works for you.

DOWNLOAD: Free Printable Black Lives Matter Anti Racist PDF

It took me awhile to realize it, but I know now that it is extremely important to DECLARE that you are ANTIRACIST. Why? Because we NEED to ACTIVELY change the system and correct the injustices in our society. Although there is a huge problem in America, racism exists everywhere and so this is truly a global problem. I’m Asian, born in America and now living in Italy. Most of my family is still in California and there are so many emotions running through me at the moment… I had to do whatever I could… even if I’m far away.

BTW, you can find me on Instagram as @tortagialla  and my Facebook art page here  and I’m also on Twitter here. Thank you in advance!

I hope that by sharing designs – something I’m able to do right now – can help spread awareness, enable you to declare your intentions and push this movement along. Does protest make you feel uncomfortable? Maybe this will help you understand on IG by Trevor Noah.

We must learn to live together as brothers or perish together as fools.

Martin Luther King, Jr.

Want more printable designs?

After receiving feedback and suggestions, I decided to create another set of posters for activism in multiple skin tones for free download here.

My name is Linda and I’m a graphic designer, born and raised in Los Angeles and currently living in Italy. I regularly share free printable designs on this blog for free download, so check out all the freebies and don’t miss out on new posts by signing-up for my email newsletter >>

Thank you for your support! Keep spreading the word and share this post with anyone who could use these designs.

Quotes for International Women’s Day – Free Downloads

by Linda aka tortagialla | Mar 6, 2020 | DIY printables

Want to celebrate with inspirational quotes for International Women’s Day? Check out these free downloads to print or post on social media!

Quotes for International Women’s Day

Supporting women and celebrating women’s rights should be a given and neverending effort (I’m a woman afterall) but it is nice to have a specific holiday to help spread awareness. March 8th is International Women’s Day. The holiday dates back to the 1900s as “a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women. The day also marks a call to action for accelerating women’s equality,” according to the official IWD website.

When it comes to sentiments, I love sharing phrases and quotes to help spread the love. There are so many great quotes to share, so do your part by spreading the word about this holiday. From empowering sayings to quotes about equality – it’s all positivity!

I thought it would be great to take my favorite quotes for international women’s day and create some shareable graphics. These are free to download and pass around, print out for journaling and decoration. I’m happy to create something positive and uplifting to share with everyone for the occasion.

Free Downloads

Feel free to right-click and download the images below for your social media sharing and posting. There’s also a link to a zip file with all the image JPGs, if you want to download in one shot. You are free to print them out and use for other purposes. There are so many crafts and fun paper crafts that can be done with these graphics, enjoy!

Download IWD Quotes ZIP